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Flooding is expected - act now

Flood warning for Lower Frome from East Stoke to Wareham

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High river levels are expected to cause flooding overnight. 

Flooding is expected on 21 January 2026 . 

Areas most at risk include areas in East Stoke, Holmebridge, Stoborough, Stoborough Green, Wareham, Redcliffe, Ridge and Swineham. Levels are still rising slowly at the Stinsford and East Stoke river levels following prolonged unsettled weather. Further unsettled weather is forecast over the next 48 hours which will mean levels remain high. 

We are closely monitoring the situation . 

Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . 

This message will be updated by 4:00PM on 22 January 2026 or as the situation changes.

Flood warning area: Areas in East Stoke, Holmebridge, Stoborough, Stoborough Green, Wareham, Redcliffe, Ridge and Swineham.

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Latest levels

39 minutes ago

The River Frome level at Stinsford was 0.70 metres. Property flooding is possible when it goes above 0.70 metres. Monitor the River Frome level at Stinsford.

39 minutes ago

The River Frome level at East Stoke was 1.55 metres. Property flooding is possible when it goes above 1.70 metres. Monitor the River Frome level at East Stoke.

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